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4" suspension lift 71 cj5

Discussion in 'Early CJ5 and CJ6 Tech' started by Stumblingbeast, Feb 23, 2008.

  1. Feb 23, 2008
    Stumblingbeast

    Stumblingbeast New Member

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    I am thinking of putting a 4" suspension lift and 33" tires on my cj
    other than springs and shocks what else am I going to need to replace or modify?
     
    Stumblingbeast, Feb 23, 2008
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  2. Feb 24, 2008
    jayhawkclint

    jayhawkclint ΜΟΛΩΝ ΛΑΒΕ

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    Your front tie rods (if stock) are going to get to their max travel at static. Look into a single piece tie rod or Saginaw conversion.

    Brake hoses on the front knuckles and rear diff might need extended, too.
     
    jayhawkclint, Feb 24, 2008
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  3. Feb 24, 2008
    Stumblingbeast

    Stumblingbeast New Member

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    can I just install a tappered bushing and raise the tie rods to the top?
     
    Stumblingbeast, Feb 24, 2008
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  4. Feb 24, 2008
    jayhawkclint

    jayhawkclint ΜΟΛΩΝ ΛΑΒΕ

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    jayhawkclint, Feb 24, 2008
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  5. Feb 25, 2008
    66cj5

    66cj5 Jeep with no name

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    you will need longer brake hoses on the rear, and might have to relocate it (mount lower on crossmember). the front might or might not need a longer hose.

    but that's based on my 3.5" lift.
     
    66cj5, Feb 25, 2008
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  6. Feb 25, 2008
    lynn

    lynn Time machine / Early CJ5 HR Rep Staff Member

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    Many of us successfully ran or currently run 33s (and even 34x9.50s) with a 2.5" lift and a bit of body and/or shackle lift. With the right combination, a 2.5" lift will give you all the clearance you need for 33s/34s and plenty of articulation while keeping a lower CG and avoiding many issues that come with a full 4" suspension lift...

    [​IMG] :)
     
    lynn, Feb 25, 2008
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  7. Feb 25, 2008
    CJ-X

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    Possible rear driveshaft issues.
     
    CJ-X, Feb 25, 2008
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